Red Sea Explorer Itinerary
St. Johns, Zabargad and Rocky Island8 days / 7 nights
About Red Sea Explorer
- Lavish Red Sea dive liveaboard with plenty of space and style
- Book the luxurious royal suite for an exclusive experience
- Impressive dive deck, roomy dive platform, and two zodiacs
- Run by Extra Divers, with 25 years of experience in the Red Sea
Red Sea Explorer is a five-star dive safari liveaboard delivering week-long voyages to the best dive destinations in the Egyptian Red Sea. Run by Extra Divers, an experienced outfit who have been operating in the region for 25-years, this lavish liveaboard guarantees maximum quality and comfort, whether above the water or below. And, with a variety of cabin options, including an enormous royal suite, guests can select the level of luxury they desire.
Itinerary details
Length of trip 8 days / 7 nights
Number of dives 18
Experience Advanced Open Water - Minimum 50 dives
Insurance Required
Highlights
- Circular itinerary exploring the very best of Egypt’s southern sites
- Search the overhangs of Rocky Island for rare black coral
- Visit the healthy reef of St John's; rarely dived due to its remote location
- Explore the tunnels and small caves of Gota Kebir at St John’s
- Dive into the slender coral towers of Zabargad Island
- Meet the resident dolphins of Fury Shoals’ pristine reefs
- Night dives possible outside of marine parks
Day 1:
Upon arrival at Marsa Alam Airport, guests are welcomed by our friendly staff and taken to the port. Boarding begins around 3:00 PM. You will be greeted by our cruise director and the crew, stow your scuba gear and luggage, and familiarise yourself with the ship. In addition, you will receive a boat briefing.
Upon arrival at Marsa Alam Airport, guests are welcomed by our friendly staff and taken to the port. Boarding begins around 3:00 PM. You will be greeted by our cruise director and the crew, stow your scuba gear and luggage, and familiarise yourself with the ship. In addition, you will receive a boat briefing.
Day 2:
Start sailing from Marina Marsa Alam, 2 dives and night navigation to Rocky and Zabargad.
Start sailing from Marina Marsa Alam, 2 dives and night navigation to Rocky and Zabargad.
Day 3: Rocky, Zabargad (4 dives +1 night dive)
Rocky Island is a tiny island near Zabargad. This legendary dive site is surrounded by a large fringing reef that seems to drop steeply into infinity. The reef teems with life and boasts a magnificent growth of gorgonians, soft corals, and sea fans. With a bit of luck, you might also spot large pelagic fish such as grey reef sharks, whitetip reef sharks, and dolphins.
Day 4: Zabargad and St. Johns (4 dives +1 night dive)
The area around the approximately 3.5 km long island of Zabargad offers interesting dive sites. An unnamed wreck, 70 m long, lies between 1 and 24 metres deep on the sandy bottom; at low tide, the mast protrudes above the water. It is possible to explore the bridge and the engine room. A hard coral garden on the west side and a colourful, overgrown plateau in the south offer a wealth of marine life.
Day 5: St Johns (4 dives +1 night dive)
Deep in the south of Egypt lie the diverse dive sites of St. John's. Numerous reefs of varying sizes rise from the sea. A particular highlight is the Cave Reef cave system. Unique, light-illuminated passages are sure to thrill divers.
Day 6: Fury Shoal-Sataya (4 dives +1 night dive)
A diverse array of reefs and dive sites characterises the Fury Shoals. Plateaus, drop-offs, coral gardens, and caves teeming with incredible marine life can be explored within short boat trips. Near Abu Galawa, a wreck from the 1950s lies at a depth of 18 metres. Dolphins are also frequently sighted here.
Day 7:
The ship is back on the penultimate day of the safari around noon. The last night is spent on board; the ship is anchored at the pier. So you can go ashore, stroll or enjoy a drink in one of the surrounding bars.
The ship is back on the penultimate day of the safari around noon. The last night is spent on board; the ship is anchored at the pier. So you can go ashore, stroll or enjoy a drink in one of the surrounding bars.
Day 8:
Check-out is around 9:00 AM on the last day, followed by transport to the airport.
Check-out is around 9:00 AM on the last day, followed by transport to the airport.
Sample itineraries are for guidance only. Actual itineraries may differ slightly due to factors such as weather, wildlife, logistics and local regulations.
Transfer details
Departure
03:00pm
Port Ghalib
Marsa Alam International Airport: RMF
Return
09:00am
Port Ghalib
Marsa Alam International Airport: RMF
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22
Apr
2027
St. Johns, Zabargad and Rocky Island
8 days / 7 nights
•
18 dives
from $1,558 /guest
Available
22Apr 27
St. Johns, Zabargad and Rocky Island
8D / 7N
•
18 dives
from $1,558 /guest
Available
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